IHC Theatre Festival 2026. Cilappatikaram / The Anklet's Verdict (Tamil/105 mins) An adaptation in Kutiyattam. Written by Ilango Adigal. Conceived & Directed by Sooraj Nambiar. Cast. Sooraj Nambiar, Kapila Venu, Sankar Venkateswaran, Tharun Bharath & others. A powerful reimagining of the ancient Tamil epic Cilappatikaram through the expressive vocabulary of Kutiyattam, the world's oldest living Sanskrit theatre tradition. This production brings to life the journey of its female protagonist, Kannaki, from love and loss to divine justice through a deeply expressive and meditative performance. Rooted in Kutiyattam's canonical traditions and rare in its convergence of Tamil and Sanskrit legacies—this production is an immersive encounter with myth, memory, and theatre's enduring essence. Prod. TRIPUDI Ensemble. Tickets at Rs.200, Rs.350 & Rs.500 are available on bookmyshow.com and at the Habitat Programmes desk. Late entry is strictly prohibited.
